Breadcrumb

Scholarships for Internship Abroad

If you are planning an internship in another European country, it is best to apply for the ERASMUS program. This page provides information on funding opportunities other than ERASMUS. You should apply for scholarships well in advance (usually 6 -12 months before the intended stay abroad).

PROMOS - Funded by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)

Hof University grants travelling allowances or partial scholarships – provided that funds are granted to Hof University by DAAD (PROMOS) - for following funding lines starting from 1st January 2019: Study programs, Internships, Specialized courses/ summer schools, Final thesis - all beyond EU/ERASMUS

Grants provided by the Bavarian State Ministry of Science and the Arts

The Bavarian State Ministry of Science and the Arts provides funding for promoting the internationalization of Bavarian universities. Universities can use these funds to award scholarships for study stays or internships abroad.The application process is combined to the application process of PROMOS (Please use these documents).

IAESTE – internship

The International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience (IAESTE) is an international, politically neutral and independent organization which assists students in finding and financing an internship abroad. While the focus lies on technical subjects, students from other subject areas may also find suitable offers.

Benefits:

Scholarships usually cover the standard living costs (e.g. EUR 650 in Western Europe)

Combination with other scholarships possible

Accommodation is usually provided

Counseling provided by local IAESTE staff

Support for travel expenses to non-European countries possible

The application deadline for internships in the summer semester (April to October) is 30 November each year. Please submit the application form to the Career Service. Short-term offers may be available all year. If you are interested in one of these offers please contact the Career Service.

RISE worldwide

"RISE (Research Internships in Science and Engineering) worldwide" is a scholarship program of the German Academic Exchange Service. Targeting bachelor’s students in the fields of sciences and engineering, it provides assistance with finding a position as research intern. Participants must be in the 5th semester or below.

The Bavarian University Center for Latin America promotes cooperation between Bavarian and Latin American universities. It provides information on universities and higher education systems in Latin America, as well as offering scholarships.

Grants under the Federal Education Assistance Act (BaföG)

If you intern abroad for a couple of months, you may apply for a grant under the Federal Education Assistance Act.

In order to be eligible for funding, the internship must be mandatory according to the exam regulations of your study program and last at least 12 weeks. In addition, applicants must have completed one year of studies before beginning the internship.

Further information (in German) on the application process is provided here.